Wheel of Names
Add your names, spin the wheel, and let it pick a random winner for you. A free random name picker for classrooms, giveaways, raffles, and team draws.
How to Use the Wheel of Names
Our free random name picker makes choosing a winner quick and fair:
- Add your names - Tap "Make Your Own Wheel" and enter the names you want to choose from
- Spin the wheel - Click or tap to give it a spin and watch it land on a random name
- Reveal the winner - The wheel stops on one name, chosen completely at random
- Draw again - Turn on elimination mode to remove each winner and pick more unique names
What You Can Use a Name Wheel For
A wheel of names is one of the most versatile random pickers around:
- Classrooms - Call on students at random without picking favorites
- Giveaways & raffles - Draw fair winners for contests and prizes
- Team & group selection - Choose who goes first or splits into teams
- Secret Santa & gift draws - Randomly assign names for holiday exchanges
- Chores & tasks - Decide who does what around the house or office
- Deciding a winner - Any time you need an unbiased, random choice
Frequently Asked Questions
How does the wheel of names work?
Add the names you want to choose from, then click or tap the wheel to spin it. The wheel lands on one random name, giving everyone an equal chance of being picked. It's a fast, fair way to choose a winner.
Can I add my own names to the wheel?
Yes! Use the "Make Your Own Wheel" option to enter your own list of names, students, participants, or team members. You can add as many names as you like and spin as often as you want.
How do I remove a name after it wins?
Turn on elimination mode with the checkbox above the wheel. Each winning name is removed after it's picked, so you can draw multiple unique winners in a row - perfect for raffles and giveaways.
Is the wheel of names free?
Completely free, with no sign-up and no limits. Spin the name wheel as many times as you need.